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What is the meaning and symbol of bat?

The meaning and symbol of the bat is the symbol of "happiness". In the traditional culture of China, the bat is definitely a symbol of "happiness". "Bat" homophonic "happiness on all sides" symbolizes endless happiness. Through their own beautiful imagination, people turn the deception bat into a god with auspicious meaning and integrate it into every detail of life. In the past, brick carving, stone carving, wood carving, paper cutting, embroidery and other folk crafts, their auspicious gestures can be seen almost everywhere.

Characteristics of bats:

Bats are the only mammals in the world that really have the ability to fly. They rest during the day and come out for food at night. This habit is easy to catch prey and avoid being hurt by other animals. Bats usually like to live in caves, caves or buildings, and some live in trees or rocks. They usually gather in groups, ranging from dozens to hundreds of thousands, and like to rest upside down.